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The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has extended its warm congratulations to Brigadier General Tanye-Kulono on his appointment as the Acting Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and to Dr. Mary Awusi as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA).
According to IEAG, the appointment of the two comes at a time when Ghana’s trade and maritime sectors require decisive leadership and innovative solutions.
“We welcome them to these esteemed offices, knowing that their expertise and commitment will be crucial in driving these institutions to greater heights. However, we also remind them that industry players have high expectations regarding their work rate, and they must seize this opportunity to change the narrative and implement meaningful reforms,” IEAG.
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In a statement by the Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana, Samson Asaki Awingobit, IEAG noted that the GPHA and GFZA are vital pillars of Ghana’s economic and trade infrastructure.
“The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority must continue improving efficiency at our ports, reducing bottlenecks, and making Ghana’s harbors globally competitive. Similarly, the Ghana Free Zones Authority plays a critical role in attracting foreign investment, supporting exporters, and boosting industrial growth,” IEAG stated.
It added that,”The effective leadership of these institutions will have direct impacts on importers, exporters, and the overall economy.”
Meanwhile, IEAG said it is ready to collaborate with Brig. Gen. Tanye-Kulono and Dr. Mary Awusi to achieve their respective mandates.
“We urge them to engage closely with industry stakeholders and work towards addressing the longstanding challenges that traders face within the maritime space. Issues such as port congestion, high clearance costs, bureaucratic delays, and inconsistent trade policies have negatively affected businesses. We believe that under their leadership, these problems can be effectively tackled to create a more efficient and competitive trading environment,” it assured.
IEAG continued that,”We have confidence in their competence, leadership, and vision, and we look forward to seeing them implement policies that will enhance the ease of doing business, promote investment, and strengthen Ghana’s position as a key maritime and trade hub in West Africa.”
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